Statutes > Washington Statutes > Title 77 - Fish and wildlife (formerly: game and game fish) > 77.15 - Fish and wildlife enforcement code. > 77.15.440 - Weapons, traps, or dogs on game reserves -- Unlawful use -- Penalty.

77.15.440 - Weapons, traps, or dogs on game reserves -- Unlawful use -- Penalty.

Weapons, traps, or dogs on game reserves — Unlawful use — Penalty.

(1) A person is guilty of unlawful use of weapons, traps, or dogs on game reserves if:

     (a) The person uses firearms, other hunting weapons, or traps on a game reserve; or

     (b) The person negligently allows a dog upon a game reserve.

     (2) This section does not apply to persons on a public highway or if the conduct is authorized by rule of the department.

     (3) This section does not apply to a person in possession of a handgun if the person in control of the handgun possesses a valid concealed pistol license and the handgun is concealed on the person.

     (4) Unlawful use of weapons, traps, or dogs on game reserves is a misdemeanor.

[1998 c 190 § 12.]